WHEEDLER

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

Someone who tries to persuade by blandishment and coaxing

Synonyms:

coaxer; wheedler

Classified under:

Nouns denoting people

Hypernyms ("wheedler" is a kind of...):

inducer; persuader (someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on)

Derivation:

wheedle (influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering)

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